Grand Valley State University Description:
Established in 1960, Grand Valley State University is a public university located on a 1,280-acre campus in Allendale, Michigan, 12 miles west of Grand Rapids. Undergraduates can choose from 77 majors. Programs in business are some of the most popular among undergraduates, and the Seidman College of Business is well regarded nationally. The university has also been identified in national publications as an "up-and-coming" school and a good value. Academically motivated students should check out the Frederik Meijer Honors College and its interdisciplinary curriculum and living-learning opportunities. In athletics, the Grand Valley State Lakers compete in the NCAA Division II Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC).
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 83%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- High School GPA (mid 50%): 3.3 - 3.8
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 470 / 600
- SAT Math: 510 / 620
- SAT Writing: 530 / 580
- ACT Composite: 21 / 26
- ACT English: 21 / 26
- ACT Math: 20 / 26
- ACT Writing: 7 / 8
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 24,541 (20,986 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 42% Male / 58% Female
- 88% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $9,716 (in-state); $14,030 (out-of-state)
- Books: $1,000 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $8,150
- Other Expenses: $2,330
- Total Cost: $21,196 (in-state); $25,510 (out-of-state)
Grand Valley State University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 85%
- Grand Valley Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 66%
- Loans: 65%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $5,549
- Loans: $6,053
Most Popular Majors:
Accounting, Advertising, Criminal Justice, English, Finance, Health Professions, Hospitality Management, Management, Marketing, Nursing, Physical Education, Pre-Med, Psychology, Social Science
Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 84%
- Transfer Out Rate: 9%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 26%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 61%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Grand Valley State University Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.gvsu.edu/aboutgvsu.htm
"Educating students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies. The university contributes to the enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, and public service."
